Cowen was not called for a penalty on the play, which occurred at 18:03 of the third period when Cowen clipped Girgensons' head with a shoulder. Girgensons remained in the game, which the Sabres won 2-1 in a shootout.

Cowen will lose $31.794.88 based on his average annual salary as a result of the suspension.

In 31 games this season, Cowen has three goals and three assists. He will sit out a rematch against the Sabres on Thursday night and Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Kings.